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This Band Is Dropping a Nuclear Debut in Colorado Springs

By Justin Criado

Aug 8, 2025

The powerviolence trio will play a hometown release show at What's Left Records on Sunday, August 10.

This Denver Band Is Crusty and Killing It

By Justin Criado

Aug 7, 2025

The group plays a release show for its new album on Saturday, August 9, at the hi-dive.

Summer Bedhead Unleashes Debut Indie-Alt Album The Body Needs a Break

By Eman El Saied

Aug 7, 2025

The band will be celebrating the release with Lu Lagoon and Keddjra on Thursday, August 7, at the hi-dive.

Less Than Jake Was Never a Sellout

By Justin Criado

Aug 6, 2025

The longtime ska-punk group is bringing its tour to the Fillmore on Saturday, August 9, with Fishbone, the Suicide Machines and Catbite.

members of King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard

King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard's Path to World Domination

By Emily Ferguson

Aug 5, 2025

Stu Mackenzie tells Westword about the band's symphonic explorations and why they chose Colorado for Field of Vision.

Blankslate's Sophomore Album Solidifies the Duo as One of Denver's Best

By Justin Criado

Aug 5, 2025

The local indie-rockers are playing a release show at Skylark Lounge on Thursday, August 7.

Pop singer John K stands in front of a yellow background while wearing a brown jacket, blue jeans and a smile on his face.

From American Idol to Fatherhood, John K is Ready for First Headlining Tour

By Alexander Hernandez Gonzalez

Aug 4, 2025

"I've been waiting seven years for this moment."

Raves Will Take Over Civic Center Park in New Concert Series

By Emily Ferguson

Jul 31, 2025

From Jamie XX to a Boiler Room set featuring stellar artists, the Greek Amphitheatre will be a rave before it undergoes renovations.

Want to Know the Real Kyle Mooney? Listen Up

By Paul Anderson

Jul 29, 2025

Kyle Mooney discusses his debut album The Real Me ahead of his show at the Bluebird Theater this Wednesday, July 30.

Pink Lady Monster Gets Weird With Whimsical New Album, Ponk

By Kristen Fiore

Jul 29, 2025

"We had this chemistry where we were all on the same wavelength, and it just naturally got weird."

people watching the Denver Municipal Band outdoors

The Oldest Band in the U.S. Is Hosting Free Concerts Across Denver Parks

By John Nicholl

Jul 28, 2025

This band has been building community in Denver for over 100 years.

members of Denver band DOGTAGS lie on grass

Sonic Bloom: DOGTAGS Is the Band That Denver Needs

By Emily Ferguson

Jul 23, 2025

DOGTAGs is planting positivity with its debut album, ROSEWORLD, and a final Undergound Music Showcase performance.

Caamp Returns to Colorado for an Especially Personal Show

By Jamie Miller

Jul 22, 2025

“If it weren’t for Denver, I don’t know where we would be."

Voidatlas Might Be the Best, and Only, Djent Band in Denver Right Now

By Justin Criado

Jul 22, 2025

The local outfit is working on new music and plays Moe’s Original BBQ on Saturday, July 26.

Andrew Duhon's Songs Really Hit Home

By Justin Criado

Jul 17, 2025

The New Orleans songwriter will perform at Boulder's Velvet Elk Lounge on Saturday, July 19.

Dropkick Murphys Is Still Standing Up for the People

By Justin Criado

Jul 17, 2025

The Celtic-punk legends will headline the final night of Punk in the Park this weekend.

Legendary L.A. Bands X and Los Lobos Play the Paramount

By Teague Bohlen

Jul 16, 2025

Exene Cervenka and Steve Berlin talk about hitting Denver together to celebrate "99 Years of Rock 'n Roll."

The Wood Brothers Return to Red Rocks With New Music

By Justin Criado

Jul 16, 2025

The siblings, who grew up in Boulder, are opening for the String Cheese Incident on Friday, July 18.

Dzirae Gold Westword Members Concert Happens This Friday

By Emily Ferguson

Jul 15, 2025

Dzirae Gold, who won a Best of Denver award for Best Debut Album, is slated to perform on Friday, July 18.

Home in Harmony: Walden Frontman Richard Becker Is Going Solo

By Justin Criado

Jul 15, 2025

Richard Becker never intended to put his solo work out there, but it was calling to him through nostalgia for home.

Concert Previews

Why Murder By Death Is Calling It Quits After Denver Shows

How Wilco Became the Biggest Indie Band This Millennium

Concert Previews

Why Murder By Death Is Calling It Quits After Denver Shows

How Wilco Became the Biggest Indie Band This Millennium

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